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Enter this spot as you would an American restaurant chain, except you definitely should make a reservation, and I think it'll meet your expectations. The atmosphere is cute and I enjoy their appetizers. I would only say to come for that, a bustling spot to chit chat and share various apps with. But not worth going out of your way for on busier days. I would not recommend for entrees, nothing special and for the price you could get better. Also your experience will highly depend on who your server is. We had a situation where we ordered the duck sarladaise (an entree btw), and it came with no duck. Just potatoes and an egg. We grabbed our server and he just kinda mansplained what duck confit is and didn't ask why we asked/if everything was good.. Had to grab another server, who was actually very helpful and even checked up on us after when he didn't have to (caucasian guy with glasses-- thank you!), and he grabbed a manager for us. The manager helped us but didn't really communicate.. We explained there was no duck, he said let me talk to the chef/kitchen and walked away. We were waiting for a while with no updates and then without a word, a random server gave us a new dish and walked away. You can see from the pictures that the first and 2nd entree look completely different. But whatever, we got the duck, so we just ate, still kinda wondering if someone would follow up, but no one did. We then asked for the check, and our server gives us the receipt for 2 orders of the entree. $46 for some potatoes?! I didn't know Le Diplomate was serving Irish Famine prices. This is when the whole experience just gets annoying and I can't overlook it. Our server seems to be ducking us too, so we grab the same manager .. again a man of very little words, I show the receipt and ask if this is right since it wasn't explained to us anyway, and he says no and walks away.Okay... so then we grab our server again to tell him about the receipt, he walks away and then the manager appears with the fixed receipt where he comped both entrees and then walks away. The server looks kinda nervous even though this wasn't really his fault in any way, other than not being present So we just pay and he awkwardly stands there with the card reader at the tip portion, and that was our Le Diplomate experience lol. I get it's busy, and being employed at a restaurant can get demanding but I think you can spare a few words. That would have easily made this situation 100% fine. Like I said the person who was not our server came up to us after warmly and asked if everything got handled when he didn't even have to, and that itself made a situation a bit better. I left a review on the site I made a reservation on and some manager reached out through email to call him, but I'm not sure why they think I'd be keen to take time out of my own schedule to reach out. For what? If for feedback, here it is lol. So if you come here, maybe ask for that one server with glasses, so you know that you'll have a good experience lol.
What a special place in Washington, DC we have here. It is said a lot of members of congress dine here and I can understand why. Everything is delicious here!!! I started here for my birthday with some escargots, fantastic. Pro-Tip: Don't forget you can dip that terrific breadbasket they give you with some of the leftover garlic sauce from your escargots. We both decided to split the Beef Bourguignon. The most tender beef you can imagine, you do not need a knife to eat, and it was accompanied with buttery goodness in the creamy potatoes and some carrots for good measure. For dessert we ordered the vanilla bean crème brûlée. French dessert at a French restaurant was a no brainer. The top of the dessert packed a crispy, sugary, slightly burnt tasting palate cleanser that definitely will keep you a pick me up, who needs an ECT shock to get the heart going when you can take a scoop of pure sugary bliss! This is a must go to if you are in the DC area, but be sure to make reservations it fills up quickly. As always people SYOY!!!
Le Diplomate was one of the best brunches I've had in DC! It truly lived up to every rave review I had heard for so many years. Everything we ordered was fantastic. The martinis were delicious and quite strong. My egg dish was hands down the best brunch entree I've ever had, so incredibly flavorful! Every baked good we sampled was fresh and the house-made jam was the percent addition. Service was excellent! Our server went above and beyond to make my birthday one to remember. I cannot wait to return!
Le Diplomate was packed for lunch, but it's a huge space with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating, so it still felt manageable. I had the warm shrimp salad with an espresso martini, and my mom got the curry chicken salad sandwich. We both kept commenting on how good everything was. I especially loved the lemon sauce with the shrimp salad. Service was excellent -- our waitress was really friendly and attentive throughout the meal. I also appreciated that they were able to check our bags in the back, which made things much easier. We were too full for dessert, but everything we did have was delicious. Definitely a great spot.
Brunch at Le Diplomat was a great experience and memorable one. I highly recommend seating outside on their patio with the perfect DC fall weather. The eggs Benedict was great, along with their apple French toast. Make sure to have a reservation as the wait was much longer for walk ins. I understand why people can sit there all day with friends/family with the social and relaxing atmosphere.
Great experience here and didn't realize just how popular this place was! My pro tip is looking out for a reservation weeks in advance to make sure you get the prime time a lot you're looking for. Luckily I was able to get a table for 6 around late dinner time. Starting off with the food, everyone at my table enjoyed their meal. Simple, fresh, yet flavorful at the same time. Which I find to be the case with good French food. I personally had the mussels and fries and in a sucker for those shoestring fries so much so I finished the whole plate . The mussels were so delicious, I'm craving more as I type. Ambiance wise, it can get pretty loud inside so prepare to talk loudly. Besides that, the aesthetic inside was gorgeous and eclectic!
Le Diplomate... it doesn't need another review, but here's my 2 cents. It's a solid, approachable, crowd-pleasing mainstay of the DC dining scene. I've been a few times over the years, and here are some notes from my most recent visit. I got a last minute reservation for 4 people at 7 PM on a Sunday, thanks to Resy notifications. They sat us in the back, which is not the best seating area, but sometimes you take what you can get. The back area is not the most spacious or prettiest area. I sampled a carafe of red wine, a cheese plate, the delicious (free) bread basket, the black bass grenobloise, and trout amandine. The carafe was perfectly fine; I'm not into wine enough to judge. The cheese plate ($6.5 per piece) was an okay size and came with some honey, jam, marcona almonds, and four slices of bread -- the bread was different from the white and cranberry-walnut in the main bread basket; this one was a smaller loaf, sliced thin, with some grains and apricot (?) in it. There are apparently 11 different cheeses to pick from, which the waiter had to recite to us. A small, printed cheese menu would be welcome here. We only heard about 5 of the cheeses before we decided to just pick some, because who wants to listen -- and remember -- the spiels about 11 different cheeses? The Black Bass Grenobloise ($34) had pomme puree, capers, and lemon. It was ok but I preferred the trout. The Trout Amandine ($36) had toasted almonds (lots), haricots verts, lemon brown butter. It was a classic rendition and it was great. Service was friendly, if a little slow.
PSA: I was solely influenced by a picture of the Burger and yes it was the best Burger I have had in DC! First off - went there to close out my birthday celebration, and was not disappointed! From the service to the seating - 10/10. Super cute/ Aesthetically pleasing vibe perfect for photos! Let's talk about the burger. The bun breathtaking. The burger itself- perfection. I truly don't have much more to say other than that if you don't see anything else on the menu, you might like go for the burger you won't be disappointed! Everything else was also amazing, great oysters and the appetizers were on point! But again / just go get that cheeseburger !
A DC institution for brunch or, any other occasion. Well trained staff means, good service. The variations on Benedict's is wide ranging. Oven potatoes w/hollandaise sauce is a must. The vibe is Old School and never know who are seated next to.
The waiter was very knowledgeable about gluten free items on the menu and what could be modified. We had the escargot, which was excellent. We split the Beef Bourguignon and they plated it individually, it was totally enough to share. Rich, tender beef with light and creamy mashed potatoes and carrots. For dessert we ordered the vanilla bean crème brûlée, which was very good, and they gave my bf a scoop of delicious raspberry sorbet for his birthday. Would definitely return to try more from this iconic restaurant.
Le Diplomate always goes above and beyond. The service was top tier, and very responsive. I sat on the patio, so I was able to enjoy outdoor festivities on 14th Street while Al's drinking a frozen rose. The Ricotta Ravioli was so delicious, I only wish that more than four was provided. Will definitely return. A must visit if you find yourself near U Street or 14th Street.
Had a delicious lunch on a beautiful day! The service was excellent and the food was so good. We started with a cappuccino and an espresso martini, both were perfectly prepared. For lunch we tried the curry chicken salad sandwich on cranberry walnut bread, and the warm shrimp salad. Both were 5 stars!
One of the famous establishments in Washington D.C. so I had to try it! I booked a reservation and got seated immediately. The restaurant is lively and the decor is very welcoming. The waiters and staff are attentive and it made the experience good. Food: - The bread was delicious. Soft, pillowy, and they offered three different varieties. - French onion soup: 4/5, the soup is really close to what I've had in France so this was a good start! The cheese is thick and the bread soaks up all of the flavor of the soup. The soup was very warming and cozy. - Steak frites: 3/5, the steak was overcooked unfortunately. But the flavor was great. The frites were great.
2 years ago
We found this place based on recommendations & other reviews, and it seriously lived up to the hype. Everything was so delicious, the atrium where we were sat was so beautiful, and we had great service! Highly recommend the tuna carpaccio as an appetizer and the warm shrimp salad is apparently a customer favorite and I can see why! For reference, the picture of my shrimp salad is only a half portion because I split it with my boyfriend and they brought it out on 2 plates for us - so nice! Will definitely be coming back when we visit DC again! read more
1 year ago
How many times we had brunch and dinner here? Their foods is good, service is good. And the vibe, always live up. Whenever we feel for casual and fun vibe with good French American foods, and miss our Paris cafe, we end up coming here. Even many other authentic French restaurants exist in DC area, this one has more lively and casual and fun mood. Always crowded and better to get the reservation though, sometimes we just walk in and even wait at the bar. My usual favorite is warm shrimp salad - so good and the best! I ordered other salads too but always re-order the warm shrimp salad, just so delicious! I always forget to take pic of this salad - that good :) I mostly order the rainbow trout - a little bit too salty and I wish they cook less salty though, still delicious covered by almonds. Since I don't eat meat I always choose this but my partner always order their beef steak here that's delicious that's what I hear all positive feedback. Their French fries and all the dessert is delicious. Their free service breads are fresh homemade and so delicious as well. read more
Le Diplomate is THE DC brunch spot and it's easy to see why! Finally made it over here yesterday with a friend and we had a great time. The french decor is lovely--outdoor patio cafe seating as if you were in the streets of Paris coupled with indoor classic architecture, including an orangerie. Love! Brunch is served through 3 PM, and comes with a lovely basket of bread (If you show up to Le Diplomate not hungry, you'll definitely feel hungry seeing the bread cart display). I had the Duck Sarladaise and we shared the Roasted Cauliflower. The duck was tasty! Though it came with a lot of potatoes and I would've loved a less more duck, a little less potato? Or maybe a side salad instead of all the potatoes to make it feel a little less heavy. Roasted Cauliflower was solid, nothing crazy, just a simple cauliflower dish that enabled me to get y vegetables in. Service was friendly and despite how busy it was, our servers were super attentive and never made us feel rushed. We were way too full to try dessert, though I was heavily tempted by the ice cream truck at the entrance. Will definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
Very cool 1950s decor restaurant tucked in Downtown, Washington D.C. For a main entree, I had the Branzino fish and a braised beef dish with mashed potatoes. For an appetizer, I had their shrimp salad and specialty cheese. ALL was delicious! I completed my meal off with these banana ice cream filled puffs poured with warm chocolate syrup. It was delicious!! This is a nice, upscale restaurant to dine at if you're in Washington DC. Service was also fantastic!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more
11 months ago
Highly recommended. The French soup is the best in the city. The oysters are good. The crème brûlée is awesome. Highly recommended, but plan ahead as it gets very busy. Great vibe. read more
I'm sorry I always thought this place was overhyped as a DC staple without having been... I regret my actions! A friend convinced me to try and we had an amazing meal! The bread service is awesome, with 3 types and warm fresh butter. We split the warm shrimp salad (SO good) and the steak au poivre with fries and I love how they split the food for you so you each get your own plate! Makes sharing sooo easy and then you can try several things. The food was incredibleee. 100% recommend a reservation, because even at opening there was a queue to get in and a few minutes wait for all the tables to be sat. But we enjoyed the meal, and I will be back for sure! read more
The mushroom tarte appetizer was so yummy! The service was good. Steak with steak frites was yummy and cake with so many fries. The espresso martini had a strong coffee taste but made me sleepy after. Be careful with birds on the outside covered patio. read more
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Le Diplómate is amazing! I loved the bread and cheese selections, it's easy to see why they're a popular choice. Our waiter was attentive and helpful in guiding us through the menu, even recommending a few dishes that we ended up loving. The vibe is elegant yet effortlessly classy, right in one of the best parts of DC! read more
3 years ago
Honestly, my expectations were low since we haven't had the best of luck with DC restaurants. Le Diplómate exceeded them. Went for Easter "brunch", our reservation was at 3:30, but at 3, they converted to dinner. We wish we came earlier without a reservation for brunch. In the end, we enjoyed our meal. We started with the salad verte and escargot. I mentioned we were splitting both and they proactively split the salad for us, loved that! The salad was simple, but delicious. And the escargot was so good. Buttery and garlicky, yum yum. A tad over salted, the delicious nonetheless and perfect for bread dunking. Each table gets a bread basket of house bread. I ordered the mussels, perfectly cooked and the broth was so flavorful. The fries were pipping hot and crispy. My daughter enjoyed her burger. Service was good. If you come here, don't expect to be in and out quickly. Our dinner took about 2 hours, but we were in no hurry and we enjoyed the leisurely meal. I felt transported to a Paris bistro. Next time, I want to check out their brunch! read more
2 years ago
Phenomenal. I was craving a brasserie vibe and steak frites following a meh meal/service at a Mexican place at Union Market (El Presidente) which I just learned is owned by the same restaurant group. (The interior decor of EP is unbelievably grand, which reminded me of a brasserie, but the food was just ok--will write a separate review). Having left EP, I saw a menu for Pastis (also apparently the same restaurant group--but didn't know then either), but decided to leave the Union Market area. I ended up walking along 14th and stumbled across Le Diplomate. The place was SLAMMED (line out the door) but I scored a seat at the service bar. I ended up getting a medium-rare steak au poivre, with spinach and a bread basket. Phenomenal crusting on the steak, perfect temp, HUGE portion (probably 10-12 oz??), very lean, and a delicious sauce. I'll pause there. I couldn't finish it, and took it home. In the middle of the night, I woke up because I couldn't stop thinking about that fabulous steak and sauce. Opening up my takeout box, some of the sauce had soaked into the rye bread. Mmmmm. Really terrific service from the bartender Anne and bar back. There was this girl sitting next to me who was eating their burger; she used to work there and still comes back because it's so good. Also they have a late 1960s Gaggia Orione Two-Group Manual (Lever) machine on the back bar but they don't use it unfortunately. THAT STEAK AU POIVRE THOUGH... WOWWW read more
The best cheeseburger in DC! A beautiful French bistro in the heart of the city. It's always crazy busy, but they do turntables pretty quickly. The bread service is so delicious. Warm baguette and creamy butter is amazing. I started with the Pâté de Campagne with pistachios, pickled cipollini onions, and cassis mustard. It was divine and served with a little salad. I then had the cheeseburger- the Burger Américain, which I'm convinced is the best in DC. Seriously, this is not to be missed. I would order this over anything else on the menu. The only disappointment was the dessert. I ordered the tart tatin, which was really odd. It's usually layers of sliced apples with a crispy crust. However, the apples were so cooked down they were almost like a jelly. The texture was way off and not super appetizing. But all in all, an absolutely delicious dinner! read more
We enjoyed a nice meal here. It's expensive but would be worth it as a treat, I think. For starters, we got the gougere, which I can best describe as a small, savory cream puff, without cream. We also tried the half dozen oysters (is it just me or does half dozen sound like a lot more than six?). These were really good but at $23 I don't think I can recommend it. I got the steak frites medium rare, and it was delicious. The meat had been charred well and even though it was a bit rarer than I would have liked, it still tasted great. The fries were excellent as well. A very filling dish! Dessert included the millefeuille and a strawberry ice cream/meringue confection. We were just about stuffed at this point but managed to power through this final challenge. I preferred the strawberry dessert as it was a little more refreshing, but the millefeuille was quite the show of delicate pastry work. Service was great, in my opinion. Our waiter was efficient, friendly, and prompt. Overall, a great time - with a price tag to match! read more
They said this place is a DC Staple and well I don't doubt it. I visited this restaurant mid week and grabbed a burger, purchased a bottle of wine, and had an amazing dessert. The staff was amazing and provide quality service for my guest and I. This restaurant has a patio area as well and I also heard the brunch is lit so I will be back for that. It's a great place to catch up with friends or even invite family. Don't go here on a date though as you may want to keep this place sacred just in case it doesn't work out lol. Burger - 10/10 read more
Everyone and their mama's raves about Le Dip and it does live up to the hype folks. As soon as you walk in, the place is full of life. Music playing in the background, noisy chatter and the hustle & bustle of patrons and servers moving about. It's definitely loud in here but not obnoxiously so. It has cool French bistro vibes that I love so much. It was hard to choose what to order because everything sounded so enticing but we narrowed it down to the ricotta ravioli, beef bourguignon and steak frites. The stand out was the beef bourguignon. The beef was cooked to perfection and just melts in your mouth. I highly recommend this dish when visiting. Our server was friendly and accommodating when we requested to be moved to an indoor table. Food wait times was a little slow as we came during peak brunch rush. All in all, Le Dip hits it out of the park for French bistro cuisine. Looking forward to coming back here! read more
1 year ago
A true DC staple! The seafood tower is incredible and the burger is one of the best in the city. The atmosphere is cute, quaint, and full of charm -- perfect for a date night or catching up with friends. Always a great experience. read more
My +1 and I went for a leisurely lunch on a beautiful Tuesday afternoon in the summer, and it truly felt like we were in Paris. Despite not having a reservation, we were promptly seated on the patio, which was surprisingly packed. We started with a couple of drinks and some escargot--my +1 can never resist ordering them at French restaurants. We also indulged in a bread basket, diving headfirst into carb heaven. The escargot arrived quickly and were incredibly buttery and garlicky. We polished them off, dipping our bread into the delicious garlic butter. I could eat that forever. For our main course, we shared a steak frites and kept it light with a charcuterie board. Note that the charcuterie doesn't come with cheese, just meats, pickles, bread, and pâté. We ended our meal with the most indulgent chocolate dessert. We took our time to savor the food, the lovely weather, and the people-watching. To our delight, Billy Porter was seated next to us, being his exuberant self and adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The service was impeccable; the staff was smiling and polite throughout. With gratuity, our delightful Parisian escape for two totaled $130--a small price to pay for an afternoon of exquisite food, impeccable service, and a touch of star power. It was a wonderful experience that I highly recommend! read more
1 year ago
We were pleasantly surprised that they were open early on Memorial Day. Originally, I saw that they didn't open until later so we were just going to walk around. We walked in without a reservation and were immediately seated. The interior and different dining rooms were unique and beautiful. It has a classy atmosphere but people don't have to dress up. We ordered foie gras parfait, duck sarladaise, and eggs Norwegian. I would recommend coming hungry or being ready to take some leftovers home. Portions were very sufficient and you'll leave stuffed. I really enjoyed the foie gras parfait. I used the complimentary bread for any leftover parfait in the jar. Don't let that go to waste. Very creamy. Not rich or overly salty. Duck sarladaise was a large dish and can easily be shared between two people. It has duck leg confit, sunny side up egg, and potatoes. It's a very palatable dish. I had a bite of the eggs Norwegian. The smoked salmon was fresh and cooked perfectly. Hollandaise sauce is very savory. I recommend coming here if you're looking for a good brunch place or dinner. Service was great. Our waitress was attentive. Restaurant was clean. Prices were reasonable. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Excellent service, the server knew his food down to a tee! He was very descriptive and gave quality suggestions. Food was largely delicious I had the Moroccan lamb - an entire full shank with tender meat that is very filling. Get this dish if you're particularly hungry or interested in sharing. The profiteroles dessert was unique, I've never had anything quite like it. It's not for the faint of heart who are looking for dark chocolate exclusively. The mix of praline, banana, ice cream plus dark chocolate was different than anything I've had. We sat outdoors on the covered patio and the vibe was calm and peaceful, much better than the raucous indoors. read more
2 years ago
This restaurant is what I imagine a Parisian brasserie/bistro to be! The inside is beautiful, inviting, and a touch fancy, which makes it feel wonderful. You can see servers cutting up fresh bread as you walk in. The cranberry walnut bread with fresh whipped butter was great!! I got the quiche Florentine- the fluffiest quiche I've ever had! The salad that came along with it was perfectly acidic and fresh to cut the richness. 10/10, really enjoyed! Felt fancy enough for a great brunch. read more
I had a delicious dinner at Le Diplomate recently. It was a celebration (birthday AND anniversary), and they certainly did not disappoint. Even though it was a Wednesday evening, I made a reservation because I knew how popular this restaurant could be. The host immediately offered to lead me to our table, but I saw empty seats at the bar, and my companion and I chose to eat there. The other empty seats didn't last long! The bartender was terrific--personable but professional and knowledgeable about all the menu items. We both started out with cocktails (a Bombay Sapphire martini VERY dry for me) and then moved on to the serious business of perusing the menu. We decided on escargot for a shared appetizer. I ordered Trout Amandine, while my companion opted for Poached Scallops with Clam Consomme. We decided to accompany our entrees with a South African Chenin Blanc (Badenhorst Sacateur), which paired perfectly. We also added a side of garlic spinach, and we were glad to find it was not soggy and overcooked as other places I've had it have a tendency to do. Once again, Le Dip didn't disappoint. We rounded out the meal with Creme Brulee and many compliments to our excellent bartender/server who never missed a beat, even while keeping up with a full bar as well as drink orders from those dining at a table. This is one of my favorite French restaurants in DC and I was very happy to return. I highly recommend you give it a try. read more
solid food, with an ambience. although given the hype, it was overrated and the service was rushed. nonetheless, absent all the hype around the restaurant, the food still deserves an in depth review. the bread was meh and shouldve been toasted the beet salad was phenomenal. would get again. sweet & sour paired well oysters were oysters. standard. tuna carpaccio was unevenly salted but the even parts were well-seasoned and paired well with crunchy bread rabbit pasta was actually quite good! texture of the pasta was on point and it was a decent portion as well. rabbit meat was hearty. dessert was actually so good i would come here just for dessert. chocolate so rich i was drinking up liquid gold read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Phenomenal experience! Great food and even better service. Would 10/10 recommend for a fun DC dinner spot. Can't go wrong especially if you listen to the waiter's recs. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
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3 years ago
I had heard so much about Le Diplomate's brunch and burger that I had to check it out for myself. I overall enjoyed myself. A great solid brunch spot with pretty tasty food. Here are my takeaways: Environment A very beautiful busy space especially on the weekend during brunch hours. It's bustling with people enjoying champagne and breakfast and filled with laugher and conversation and servers moving in and out and people trying to get seated. The place has a classic and authentic feel, tons of seating but packed to the brim. They also have some limited outside seating. It's def gives french vibes (from what i can remember from when i visited France). Wonderful space for dates, hang out with friends or solo dates with a great book. Service The service was fine. We had reservations so we were quickly seated. The service was somewhat slow but not too bad. At a point we were ready to go for a while but I think the server just thought we were enjoying our time and didn't want to interrupt. Overall the service was solid and the server made sure we had everything we needed in a fairly timely fashion. Food and drinks So I had very high expectations about the burger because that's all I heard around town is that they had the best burger in the city. Of course I got the burger and it was....pretty good! Now not the best burger I've had but not too shabby at all. Good enough for me to come back and get it again. The pancakes were warm and delicious. I have a spot in the city with my fav pancakes and these are up there in that list. They were really good. We also tried the ricotta ravioli - that was pretty good. I would def order again. I ordered a side of eggs that were good but not worth the price. I think they were like 15 dollars lol. I love eggs but they didn't weren't that great. Overall Great place and a good brunch. there is a lot of hype around it that may have shifted my expectations some but overall I really had a good time and enjoyed the food. I would come back to try other things on the menu and would def come back for the burger and the pancakes. I would love some eggs but idk about paying 15 dollars for them. lol. I will be back! read more
Have you ever wanted to live your best Carrie Bradshaw life. People watching sitting in a restaurant that is reminiscent of Paris. Romanticizing your life while indulging in artistic culinary experience? Look no more this is the place. I made reservations and ended up wanting to sit outside in the front area as the evening was beautiful and no one else was seated outside. I ordered the ricotta ravioli for starters and for the main entree the mussels with frittes. The ravioli was flavorful and it was a big portioned appetizers perfect for two people. The main course was delicious and the portion could easily feed two to three people so worth the value. The main course was flavorful and the fries were so delicious. This place is not only perfect for food but the ambiance and the experience will literally have you living your best life romanticizing your life in all the best ways. As Miss Carrie Bradshaw said: "Life gives you lots of chances to screw up, which means you have just as many chances to get it right." If you want to get a dinner experience right head here and see the magic that awaits! read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
As great as everyone says. The burger was obviously delish but the macaroni au gratin and beef bourguignon (the mashed potatoes I will dream about) stole the show. Also important to note that is was one of the best bread baskets I've ever had. Service was good and ambiance was incredible. I did think the martini could have been better though. read more
I dream about their burger. Not a huge beef eater but when u do I do it right with a good burger. It was so good and the fries a crispy but soft. The best! My sister had the roasted chicken and the sauce on that thing! Wow. Very good. The mash was the perfect accompaniment to the chicken. Overall a great meal and can't wait to visit the city and dine again. read more
9 months ago
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Social distancing in place for outside seating?
No masking is required in DC. Required social distancing is highly unlikely.
I know it says no dogs allowed, but I see pictures from years ago with dogs on the patios. Do they still allow that?
I believe that all dogs are still allowed outside, but only service dogs inside. Suggest calling 1st to prevent any problems.
Is this a restaurant we'd have to dress up for?
The best of both worlds-You can dress up or dress casual. My boyfriend and I have done it both ways the two times we've been there. It's always a nice mix.
Is this restaurant kid-friendly?
During my visit there were a few families and the children were all prob 10ish and up.
I would be traveling from a distance and parking is an anxiety trigger. Is there a nearby deck or paid parking lot?
There's a public parking lot on S & 14th Street NW that you can pay to park at. There is also a Whole Foods parking garage at P & 15th Street NW that you can pay to park in.
Is the steak vendor from creekstone farms?
What is the attire for dinner?
Hello we do not have any specific dress code enforced
Could someone post a photo of the pate campagne, please?
There are at least 8 photos of the Pate de Campagne among the Yelp reviews that have already been posted, so just search the photos. However, please be warned: You will notice that the portion size in the older photos is more than double the portion…
Do I need to make reservations if I am coming solo? Is this a good place to eat alone?
Make s reservation
Is it best to have reservations?
yes during prime times. im sure you can go early or eat at the bar
I can't get a table for Saturday night, is it worthwhile to go with a date and eat at the bar? Do many people do that? I haven't been to the restaurant before...
I think that there's no guarantee that you'll find a seat, but if you are willing to try go for it. Otherwise, just make a reservation nearby like at Matchbox as Plan B.
Can I get a table for saturday brunch without reservation?
You can but it will be difficult and there will be a wait!
Kind of similar to another question but what's the dress code for a 7pm reservation? Coming here for a birthday dinner this week.
It's as fancy or as casual as you want to be!
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Le Diplomate - french - Updated November 2026
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